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standard

[stan-derd] / ˈstæn dərd /






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Since collapse models predict measurable effects that differ from standard quantum mechanics, extremely precise experiments could eventually help determine whether these ideas describe something real in nature.

From Science Daily Sep. 11, 2026

But PCA’s plan documents required changes to be made either by phone or through the plan’s online portal; a fax didn’t meet that standard.

From MarketWatch Sep. 10, 2026

Its AutoTrac guidance system is now a standard feature on Deere’s large farm machinery and rivals’ equipment comes with similar autopilots as well.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 9, 2026

Some legal experts said it is fairly standard for the DOJ to make an additional request for information.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2026

As I went through the standard motions—the rising and sitting, the donning of the prayer shawl, the prayers that came to my lips as naturally as breathing—anxiety stirred in my gut.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros

Medical trials of a new drug typically take years before receiving regulatory approval, and involve rigorous a research and standards.

From BBC Sep. 12, 2026

The company appointed a new U.S. president to lead the effort, called McDonald’s Next, and has started briefing operators on the new standards and training.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 11, 2026

“This conduct does not reflect Southern Glazer’s values, culture, or standards and it will not be tolerated,” said Wayne E. Chaplin, Southern Glazer’s president and chief executive, in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 11, 2026

"Fifa's governance does not live up to the standards that football represents."

From BBC Sep. 10, 2026

Even by Monday standards, this was a terrible Monday.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth




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